Heart Disease and Heart Failure
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Understanding Heart Disease and Heart Failure
Heart disease affects millions of Americans, serving as the leading cause of death across all demographics in the United States. The estimated annual cost of heart disease is about $200 billion each year, and it accounts for 17.8% of all hospice deaths, second only to cancer.
At 24/7 Care at Home, we understand the unique challenges of living with advanced cardiac conditions. Our specialized care brings expert support directly to you, helping you manage symptoms, maintain comfort, and improve quality of life while remaining in your own home.
Recognizing When Heart Care at Home Can Help
Heart disease has its own unique rhythm—often with stable periods followed by sudden changes. It may be time for additional support when you see:
- Shortness of breath during simple activities or even while sitting
- More frequent chest pain or discomfort
- Increasing fatigue that makes daily routines difficult
- Persistent swelling in feet, ankles or abdomen
- Repeated trips to the hospital for cardiac issues
- Growing complexity in managing medications
When these signs appear, specialized cardiac care at home can make a meaningful difference—providing expert support, reducing hospital visits, and helping you enjoy greater comfort in familiar surroundings.
🩺 Home Health Care: Medical Support at Home
In the early to middle stages of heart disease, home health care can offer essential medical support while helping your loved one maintain independence.
What Home Health Care Offers:
- Skilled Nursing: Nurses provide medical care, monitor health status, manage medications, and coordinate with physicians.
- Therapies: Physical, occupational, and speech therapies help maintain mobility, daily functioning, and communication skills.
- Home Health Aides: Assist with personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Medical Equipment Coordination: Assistance with obtaining necessary medical equipment like walkers, hospital beds, or safety devices.
Benefits of Home Health Care:
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Support in managing chronic conditions and preventing complications.
- Education for family members to confidently assist with care.
- Enhanced quality of life through professional medical support at home.
Note: Home health services are typically intermittent and may not provide continuous 24/7 coverage. However, they can be supplemented with private duty caregivers for round-the-clock support.
🌅 Hospice Care: Comfort-Focused Support
As heart disease progresses to advanced stages, and the focus shifts from curative treatment to comfort care, hospice services can provide comprehensive support.
What Hospice Care Provides:
- Pain and Symptom Management: Alleviation of discomfort from symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue.
- Emotional and Spiritual Support: Counseling services for patients and families to navigate emotional challenges.
- Medical Equipment and Supplies: Provision of necessary equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, and medications.
- 24/7 Access to Care: Hospice professionals are available around the clock to address urgent needs and provide guidance.
Benefits of Hospice Care:
- Focus on dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
- Support for family caregivers, including respite care options.
- Interdisciplinary team approach, including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers.
- Ability to receive care in the comfort of home, surrounded by loved ones.
Note: Hospice care is typically considered when a physician determines that an individual has a life expectancy of six months or less if the disease follows its usual course.
💡 We’re Here to Support You—Because Life Is Better at Home
Living with heart disease comes with many difficult moments—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. You may be managing treatments, coping with symptoms, or simply trying to make each day as meaningful and comfortable as possible. At 24/7 Care at Home, we understand these challenges, and we’re here to walk alongside you.
Whether you need skilled medical support, comfort-focused care, or guidance during a time of uncertainty, our compassionate team is here to help. We’ll meet you where you are—at home—with care that’s personalized, respectful, and focused on what matters most to you.
📞 Call Us to learn how we can support you and your family—because life is better at home.